Protecting the Heart Beyond Prescriptions
Heart disease remains one of the leading health concerns in the U.S., affecting energy, mobility, and longevity. Traditional care often focuses on medications and procedures, which are sometimes necessary but may not address the root causes of cardiovascular strain. Many patients want a more complete approach to prevention and long-term heart health.
At Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity, board-certified physician Dr. David M. Creech provides patients in Wilmington with advanced functional medicine strategies to strengthen cardiovascular health, improve circulation, and lower risk factors for disease.
What Contributes to Cardiovascular Disease?
Cardiovascular disease develops over time, often due to a combination of lifestyle, genetics, and environmental factors. Common contributors include:
- High blood pressure and arterial stiffness
- Inflammation that damages blood vessels
- Insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome
- High cholesterol or imbalanced lipid profiles
- Chronic stress and poor sleep habits
- Environmental toxins that affect circulation
By examining all these factors together, functional medicine reveals a more complete picture of heart health.
How Functional Medicine Supports Heart Health
Patients who address cardiovascular risk factors often notice:
- Lower blood pressure and more stable circulation
- Improved cholesterol and lipid balance
- Greater energy and stamina during daily activity
- Reduced inflammation that supports overall wellness
- Better long-term protection against stroke and heart attack
These improvements may reduce the need for aggressive interventions later on.
Who Should Consider Cardiovascular Evaluation?
You may benefit from functional medicine support if you:
- Have a family history of cardiovascular disease
- Struggle with high blood pressure or cholesterol
- Experience fatigue, shortness of breath, or low stamina
- Have been told you’re at risk for heart disease but want to avoid progression
- Prefer proactive strategies to protect long-term heart health
What Care Looks Like in Our Clinic
Dr. Creech begins with advanced cardiovascular testing, which may include inflammatory markers, cholesterol panels, and metabolic assessments. Based on results, your care plan may include:
- Nutrition guidance to improve blood pressure and circulation
- Exercise recommendations tailored to your abilities
- Stress reduction strategies to lower cardiovascular strain
- Supplement support for vascular and metabolic health when appropriate
- Therapies such as sauna to support circulation and detoxification
Why Choose Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity?
Heart health deserves more than a “one-size-fits-all” prescription. At our Wilmington clinic, Dr. Creech combines traditional medical insight with functional medicine expertise to create care plans that address root causes.
As a board-certified physician, he takes the time to explain results clearly, answer questions thoroughly, and build strategies that fit your lifestyle. Patients trust Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity because they want not only treatment, but also long-term prevention and improved quality of life.
Invest in Your Heart Health
Cardiovascular wellness is one of the most important investments you can make. Delaware Functional Medicine and Longevity in Wilmington, Delaware, offers science-based care to protect and strengthen your heart. Call (302) 599-9542 to schedule your consultation.